1999 Nissan Serena vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 1999 Nissan Serena and 1999 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Serena (172 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Serena weights approximately 302 kg more than 1999 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Serena is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Serena 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 Nissan Serena (403 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira. 1999 Nissan Serena has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Serena will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Serena | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Serena | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
