2001 Lada Samara II vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2001 Lada Samara II is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Zafira (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Zafira weights approximately 422 kg more than 2001 Lada Samara II. 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 Opel Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Samara II | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Samara II | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
