2005 Opel Zafira vs. 1993 Porsche 968
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 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 968 weights approximately 2 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 968 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 1993 Porsche 968. 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, 1993 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 968 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 968 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Zafira | 968 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 74 L |
