1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Zafira (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 743 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Corsair 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 1970 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Corsair | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Corsair | Zafira |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |