1999 Opel Zafira vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V is newer by 13 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, 2012 Toyota Prius V (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius V should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 35 kg more than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Zafira | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Zafira | Prius V |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
