1985 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 300 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Ford Mustang 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 1985 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall 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, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Mustang | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Mustang | Zafira |
Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |