1999 Proton Perdana vs. 2010 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2010 Opel Zafira is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Proton Perdana would be higher. Both 1999 Proton Perdana and 2010 Opel Zafira are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1999 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton Perdana.
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 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Proton Perdana | 2010 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Proton | Opel |
| Model | Perdana | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
