1997 Nissan Primera vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Zafira (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 468 kg more than 1997 Nissan Primera. 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, 2008 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Nissan Primera | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Primera | Zafira |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |