1999 Opel Zafira vs. 1989 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 505 (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 320 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 505.
Because 1989 Peugeot 505 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 1989 Peugeot 505. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Zafira | 1989 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Zafira | 505 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
