1979 Oldsmobile Starfire vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2006 Opel Zafira is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Zafira (138 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. (130 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 112 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire 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 Oldsmobile Starfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Oldsmobile Starfire (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Zafira. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Starfire | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
