1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2002 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2002 Opel Zafira is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Opel Zafira. (102 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Zafira weights approximately 355 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Opel Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2002 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Lancer | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
