1999 Opel Zafira vs. 1977 Renault 20
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Renault 20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Renault 20 (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Renault 20 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 260 kg more than 1977 Renault 20.
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, 1999 Opel Zafira (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 20. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Zafira | 1977 Renault 20 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Zafira | 20 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
