1999 Opel Zafira vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 605 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 225 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 605.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Zafira | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Zafira | 605 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
