1992 Ford Fiesta 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 Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1992 Ford Fiesta. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 580 kg more than 1992 Ford Fiesta. 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 (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Fiesta. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Fiesta | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 58 L |
