1999 Opel Zafira vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 11 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 184 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.
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, 2010 Nissan Altima (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Zafira | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Zafira | Altima |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |
