1979 Lamborghini Urraco 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 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (261 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 120 kg more than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco.

Because 1979 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (275 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira. 1999 Opel Zafira has automatic transmission and 1979 Lamborghini Urraco has manual transmission. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Lamborghini Urraco 1999 Opel Zafira
Make Lamborghini Opel
Model Urraco Zafira
Year Released 1979 1999
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 261 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 275 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 80.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 64.5 mm 88.2 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 58 L


 

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