1991 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. Both 1991 Nissan Bluebird and 2005 Opel Zafira are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 383 kg more than 1991 Nissan Bluebird. 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, 2005 Opel Zafira (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Bluebird | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Bluebird | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |
