1999 Ford Telstar vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2000 Opel Zafira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Telstar weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 Opel Zafira. 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, 1999 Ford Telstar (217 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 1999 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Telstar | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
