2004 Opel Zafira vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 725 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Opel Zafira (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Zafira | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Zafira | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
