1996 Nissan Crew 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 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Crew (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Nissan Crew.
Because 1996 Nissan Crew 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 Nissan Crew. 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 Nissan Crew (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Crew | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
Model | Crew | Zafira |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |