1992 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. Both 1992 Ford Escort and 2005 Opel Zafira are equipped with a 1,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (197 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 233 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Because 1992 Ford Escort is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Ford Escort (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1307 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
