2000 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 1988 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 262 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. 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 Vauxhall Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Vauxhall Zafira | 1988 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Zafira | Passat |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
