1979 Nissan Violet vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (429 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 738 kg more than 1979 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Nissan Violet 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 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Nissan Violet (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Violet | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Violet | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
