1988 Ford Falcon vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2000 Opel Zafira is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Zafira weights approximately 18 kg more than 1988 Ford Falcon.
Because 1988 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Falcon | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Falcon | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
