1988 Honda Concerto vs. 2008 Opel Zafira

To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Concerto (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Opel Zafira. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 303 kg more than 1988 Honda Concerto.

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, 1988 Honda Concerto (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Zafira.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Honda Concerto 2008 Opel Zafira
Make Honda Opel
Model Concerto Zafira
Year Released 1988 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1493 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 135 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 165 km/hour 176 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1090 kg 1393 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 58 L


 

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