1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira

To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (350 HP) has 269 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 175 kg more than 1996 Ford Mustang.

Because 1996 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Ford Mustang (556 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (185 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Ford Mustang 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
Make Ford Vauxhall
Model Mustang Zafira
Year Released 1996 1999
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4601 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 81 HP
Torque 556 Nm 185 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1345 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2700 mm