1979 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Zafira (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 460 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. 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, 1999 Opel Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Zafira |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |