1999 Opel Zafira vs. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Zafira (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 220 kg more than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Opel Zafira (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Zafira | 1984 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
Model | Zafira | Carlton |
Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |