2007 Opel Zafira vs. 1994 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 289 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Neon.
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, 1994 Plymouth Neon (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Zafira | 1994 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Zafira | Neon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 79 L |
