1968 AMC AMX vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 43 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
Because 1968 AMC AMX 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 1968 AMC AMX. 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | AMC | Opel |
| Model | AMX | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
