1999 Opel Zafira vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 14 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 120 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3.
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, 2013 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Zafira | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Zafira | 3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
