1993 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 193 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica.
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, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corsica | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Corsica | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
