2005 Opel Zafira vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 474 kg more than 1984 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Opel Zafira (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Zafira | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Zafira | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
