1998 Mazda 626 vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 315 kg more than 1998 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Zafira (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 626 | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 626 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
