1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 155 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall 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, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
| Model | 200 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
