2002 Opel Zafira vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 2002 Opel Zafira is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Opel Zafira. (102 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Zafira weights approximately 85 kg more than 1986 Saab 9000.
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, 1986 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Zafira | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Zafira | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |
