2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 222 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 2000 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (408 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (188 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
