2001 Holden Zafira vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Holden Zafira is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Zafira weights approximately 539 kg more than 1992 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2001 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Zafira | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Zafira | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
