1982 Holden Camira vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Camira 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 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1982 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 573 kg more than 1982 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Camira | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Camira | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
