1986 Ford Orion vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2000 Opel Zafira is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Orion (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Zafira weights approximately 498 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion.
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, 2000 Opel Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Orion | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Orion | Zafira |
Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 58 L |