1984 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 620 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Civic | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Civic | Zafira |
Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |