1990 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2012 Opel Zafira is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1990 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Prelude.
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, 2012 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Prelude | 2012 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Prelude | Zafira |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |