1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 183 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 2007 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 2007 Opel Zafira has automatic transmission and 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass has manual transmission. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Cutlass | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
