2002 Opel Zafira vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Opel Zafira is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Zafira (102 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Zafira weights approximately 310 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. 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, 2002 Opel Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Opel Zafira | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Zafira | Carina |
Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |