2005 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 1982 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Santana.
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 Vauxhall Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Vauxhall Zafira | 1982 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Zafira | Santana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
