1993 Mazda 626 vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2000 Opel Zafira is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 626 (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Opel Zafira (203 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm). This means 2000 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 626 | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 626 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
