2007 Opel Zafira vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (148 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 313 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Opel Zafira (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Zafira | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Zafira | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
