2007 Opel Zafira vs. 1978 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (148 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 640 kg more than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Vauxhall Chevette 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 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Opel Zafira (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Zafira | 1978 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Zafira | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 56 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
