1985 Nissan Stanza 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 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 605 kg more than 1985 Nissan Stanza. 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 (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Stanza | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Stanza | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
