1997 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 530 kg more than 1997 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Opel Zafira (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Civic | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
