1994 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (429 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1994 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 378 kg more than 1994 Honda Prelude. 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, 1994 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Prelude | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Prelude | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
