2007 Opel Zafira vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 683 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. 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, 2007 Opel Zafira (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Zafira | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Zafira | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
