1999 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2005 Opel Zafira

To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 395 kg more than 1999 Italdesign Nazca.

Because 1999 Italdesign Nazca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Italdesign Nazca 2005 Opel Zafira
Make Italdesign Opel
Model Nazca Zafira
Year Released 1999 2005
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4988 cc 2196 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 470 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 297 km/hour 200 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1495 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2610 mm


 

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