1995 Honda Argento Viva vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2000 Opel Zafira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Argento Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Argento Viva would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Honda Argento Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Argento Viva weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Argento Viva is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Honda Argento Viva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (237 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 1995 Honda Argento Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Argento Viva | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Argento Viva | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
