80 B4 vs Vectra A: which is better?

Audi 80 B4 (1991–1996) vs Opel Vectra A (1988–1995): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.

Specifications

	Audi 80 B4	Opel Vectra A
Production years	1991–1996	1988–1995
Body	sedan	sedan
Fuel	petrol	petrol
Engines	2.0	1.8
Power, up to	90 hp	90 hp
Torque, up to	148 Nm	145 Nm
Gearbox	manual	manual
Drive	front-wheel drive	front-wheel drive
Length	4 482 mm	4 432 mm
Width	1 695 mm	1 700 mm
Height	1 380 mm	1 400 mm
Wheelbase	2 612 mm	2 600 mm
Fuel tank	66 L	61 L
KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years)	≈ 16 475 ₸	≈ 15 075 ₸

The better value is highlighted in green.

Pros, cons and common problems

Audi 80 B4

Pros

Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available

Cons

Modest power: up to 90 hp
Age: the last cars were built in 1996, condition is everything

Opel Vectra A

Pros

Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available

Cons

Modest power: up to 90 hp
Age: the last cars were built in 1995, condition is everything

Which one to choose

80 B4 — if you care more about: torque, wheelbase, fuel tank.
Vectra A — if you care more about: kz tax 2026.

The condition of a specific car matters more than the model: check the service history and get the engine and gearbox inspected before buying.

FAQ

Which is more powerful: 80 B4 or Vectra A?

80 B4: up to 90 hp, Vectra A: up to 90 hp.

What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?

For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: 80 B4 — about 16 475 ₸, Vectra A — about 15 075 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.

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