1996 Ford Probe vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Probe would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Probe (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 173 kg more than 1996 Ford Probe.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Probe (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Probe | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Probe | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
