1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2002 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2002 Opel Zafira is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2002 Opel Zafira. (102 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Zafira weights approximately 74 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
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, 1990 Dodge Spirit (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 2002 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Spirit | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 58 L |
