1999 Opel Zafira vs. 1997 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (800 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 686 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 418 kg more than 1997 TVR Speed 12.
Because 1997 TVR Speed 12 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 1997 TVR Speed 12. 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, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 711 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Zafira | 1997 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Zafira | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 800 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
