2007 Opel Zafira vs. 1999 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1999 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 486 kg more than 1999 Plymouth Neon. 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, 2007 Opel Zafira (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Zafira | 1999 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Zafira | Neon |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 79 L |