1999 Opel Zafira vs. 1991 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 525 kg more than 1991 Toyota Carina.
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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Zafira | 1991 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Zafira | Carina |
Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |