1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. Both 1996 Opel Vectra and 2005 Opel Zafira are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra.
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 Opel Vectra (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Vectra | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
