1994 Rover 400 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (189 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400.
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, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 400 | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Rover | Vauxhall |
| Model | 400 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
