2004 Opel Zafira vs. 1984 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault Espace (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 210 kg more than 1984 Renault Espace.
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, 1984 Renault Espace (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Zafira | 1984 Renault Espace | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Zafira | Espace |
Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |