2001 Opel Zafira vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, 2001 Opel Zafira is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 460. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 515 kg more than 1995 Volvo 460. 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 Opel Zafira (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 460. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Zafira | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Zafira | 460 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
