1989 Ford Capri vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2001 Opel Zafira is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 393 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri.
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, 2001 Opel Zafira (220 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Capri | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
