2006 Opel Zafira vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Opel Zafira is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Zafira (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 595 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona 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 1968 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Opel Zafira (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Zafira | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Zafira | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
