2002 Opel Zafira vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Opel Zafira is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Opel Zafira. (102 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Zafira weights approximately 244 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Opel Zafira | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Zafira | Carina |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |