2005 Opel Zafira vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (99 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (73 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 733 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Opel Zafira (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Zafira | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Zafira | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1503 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 51 L |
