1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Opel Zafira

To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 197 kg more than 2007 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1988 Avanti Avanti 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 1988 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira. 1988 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1988 Avanti Avanti 2007 Opel Zafira
Make Avanti Opel
Model Avanti Zafira
Year Released 1988 2007
Engine Size 5002 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 202 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 1503 kg
Vehicle Length 5540 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3400 mm 2620 mm