1976 Renault 14 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 14 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1976 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 555 kg more than 1976 Renault 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 14 | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | 14 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1218 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
