1987 Nissan Silvia vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 350 kg more than 1987 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1987 Nissan Silvia 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 1987 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel 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, 2004 Opel Zafira (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Silvia | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Silvia | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
