2004 Opel Zafira vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,810 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 105 kg more than 1997 Toyota Venture. 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 (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Zafira | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Zafira | Venture |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1810 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |