1990 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Legend (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira. 1990 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Legend | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Legend | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
