1986 Honda Jazz vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1986 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 785 kg more than 1986 Honda Jazz. 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, 2004 Opel Zafira (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Jazz | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Jazz | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2640 mm |
