1999 Honda Today 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 Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Zafira (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 735 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 2008 Opel Zafira (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Today | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Today | Zafira |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |