2000 Opel Zafira vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2000 Opel Zafira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota MR2 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 1996 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Opel Zafira (203 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm). This means 2000 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Zafira | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Zafira | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
