1984 Ford GT vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford GT would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford GT (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 290 kg more than 1984 Ford GT.
Because 1984 Ford GT 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 1984 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1984 Ford GT (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford GT | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | GT | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
