2007 Opel Zafira vs. 1993 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota MR2 (154 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 378 kg more than 1993 Toyota MR2.
Because 1993 Toyota MR2 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 1993 Toyota MR2. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota MR2. (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Zafira | 1993 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Zafira | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
