1999 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Zafira (237 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 385 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. 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 (321 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Zafira |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |