1994 Mazda 626 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 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 173 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 626 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
