2005 Opel Zafira vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 315 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Celica 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 1980 Toyota Celica. 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 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Zafira | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Zafira | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
