1998 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2001 Opel Zafira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 55 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. 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, 2001 Opel Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Zafira |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |