1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2006 Opel Zafira is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Zafira (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Zafira. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
