2005 Opel Zafira vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 289 kg more than 1995 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Zafira | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Zafira | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
