1990 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Falcon weights approximately 27 kg more than 2005 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Falcon (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Falcon | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Falcon | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3157 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |
