1994 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 590 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Lancer | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
