2004 Opel Zafira vs. 1998 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 800 kg more than 1998 Toyota Starlet. 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 (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Zafira | 1998 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Zafira | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
