2002 Lada 117 vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2002 Lada 117 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Zafira (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Lada 117. (77 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 420 kg more than 2002 Lada 117. 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, 1999 Opel Zafira (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 117. (133 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 117 | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | 117 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
