1984 Holden Camira vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Camira would be higher. Both 1984 Holden Camira and 2008 Opel Zafira are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Zafira (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 395 kg more than 1984 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, 2008 Opel Zafira (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Camira | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
