2000 Holden Zafira vs. 1995 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2000 Holden Zafira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Almera 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 59 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Almera. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Zafira weights approximately 415 kg more than 1995 Nissan Almera. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Almera. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Zafira | 1995 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Zafira | Almera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2540 mm |
