1994 Austin Montego vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2001 Opel Zafira is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 390 kg more than 1994 Austin Montego. 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, 2001 Opel Zafira (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Montego | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 58 L |
