2004 Opel Zafira vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 90 kg more than 1993 Volvo 850.
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, 1993 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Zafira | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Zafira | 850 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 73 L |
