1990 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2000 Holden Zafira is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Zafira weights approximately 422 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
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, 2000 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic. 2000 Holden Zafira has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Holden Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 2000 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Civic | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
