1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira

To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (200 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (189 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.

Because 1996 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Chevrolet Camaro 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
Make Chevrolet Vauxhall
Model Camaro Zafira
Year Released 1996 2001
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 189 HP
Torque 305 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1950 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2700 mm


 

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