1985 Porsche 924 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,478 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 924 (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 203 kg more than 1985 Porsche 924.
Because 1985 Porsche 924 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 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1985 Porsche 924 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 924 | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
| Model | 924 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2478 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
