2006 Opel Zafira vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Opel Zafira is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault Espace (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Opel Zafira. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 193 kg more than 1989 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1989 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Zafira | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Zafira | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
