1996 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2000 Opel Zafira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Zafira (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Zafira weights approximately 12 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky will offer significantly more control. 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 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Rocky | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Rocky | Zafira |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2236 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |