2004 Opel Zafira vs. 1995 Rover 414i
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 414i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 414i would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 414i (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 414i should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 247 kg more than 1995 Rover 414i.
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, 2004 Opel Zafira (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 414i. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 414i.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Zafira | 1995 Rover 414i | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Zafira | 414i |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
