2000 Holden Zafira vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Holden Zafira is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (45 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Zafira weights approximately 690 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Zafira | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Zafira | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
