1985 Nissan Santana vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 446 kg more than 1985 Nissan Santana.
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, 1999 Opel Zafira (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Santana | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Santana | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
