1990 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Opel Zafira is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100.
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, 2009 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 2009 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 100 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
