1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (148 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Because 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
