2007 Opel Zafira vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 88 kg more than 1998 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Toyota Camry (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Zafira | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Zafira | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1503 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
