1979 Mercedes-Benz CW vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (395 HP @ 5160 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 300 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW.
Because 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW 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 Mercedes-Benz CW. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Mercedes-Benz CW (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | CW | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6328 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5160 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1640 mm |
