1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 2012 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2012 Opel Zafira is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 238 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Zafira. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Zafira. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Odyssey | 2012 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Odyssey | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2700 mm |
