1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2001 Opel Zafira is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (220 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Camaro | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Camaro | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
