2004 Opel Zafira vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 8 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 305 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Zafira | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Zafira | Carina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |