1998 Opel Astra vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (189 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 340 kg more than 1998 Opel Astra. 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 Vauxhall Zafira (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Astra | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
