1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 15 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Zafira |
Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5352 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |