1994 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (99 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 113 kg more than 1994 Ford Mustang.
Because 1994 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Mustang | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Zafira |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |