2008 Opel Zafira vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Opel Zafira. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 37 kg more than 2008 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Buick Century 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 1978 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Zafira | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Opel | Buick |
| Model | Zafira | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
