1981 Nissan Silvia vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 530 kg more than 1981 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Nissan Silvia 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 1981 Nissan Silvia. 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, 2007 Opel Zafira (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Silvia | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Silvia | Zafira |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |