1999 Opel Zafira vs. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 622 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 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery 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, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery 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, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Zafira | 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Opel | Rover |
Model | Zafira | Land Rover Discovery |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2012 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |