1995 Nissan Serena 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 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Zafira (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 118 kg more than 2000 Opel Zafira.
Because 1995 Nissan Serena 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 Nissan Serena. 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, 2000 Opel Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Serena | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Serena | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2283 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |
