1994 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira

To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 114 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 200 kg more than 1994 Honda Accord.

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, 1994 Honda Accord (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Honda Accord 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
Make Honda Vauxhall
Model Accord Zafira
Year Released 1994 1999
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 173 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1220 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1690 mm


 

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