1991 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2001 Opel Zafira is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 390 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord.
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, 1991 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira. 1991 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
