2005 Opel Zafira vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Zafira | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Zafira | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 73 L |
