1994 Ford Probe vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Probe (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 190 kg more than 1994 Ford Probe.
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, 2004 Opel Zafira (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Probe. (212 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Probe | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Probe | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
