1999 Opel Zafira vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Zafira | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Zafira | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
