1999 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 2,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 369 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira.
Because 2012 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. 2012 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1999 Vauxhall Zafira has manual transmission. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Vauxhall Zafira | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
Model | Zafira | S80 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 150 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2776 mm |