1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (155 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 145 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.
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, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Fleetwood | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
