1967 Opel Record vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 462 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Opel Record 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 1967 Opel Record. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Opel Zafira (251 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Record | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Record | Zafira |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2118 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |