1973 Nissan President vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2001 Opel Zafira is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan President weights approximately 120 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 1973 Nissan President 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 Nissan President. 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, 1973 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (220 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan President | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | President | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2973 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
