1994 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 410 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Astro | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astro | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
