2000 Opel Zafira vs. 1990 Volvo 480
To start off, 2000 Opel Zafira is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 480 (108 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Zafira weights approximately 392 kg more than 1990 Volvo 480.
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 Opel Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 480. (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Zafira | 1990 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Zafira | 480 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
