2007 Opel Zafira vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 175 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 1996 Toyota Cresta. 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Zafira | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Zafira | Cresta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
