1999 Opel Zafira vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 40 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911.
Because 1989 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Zafira | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Zafira | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 77 L |