1984 Opel Ascona vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 671 kg more than 1984 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Opel Zafira (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Ascona | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Ascona | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
