2008 Opel Zafira vs. 1995 Rover 600
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 600 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Zafira (237 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Rover 600. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 280 kg more than 1995 Rover 600. 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, 2008 Opel Zafira (321 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 600. (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Zafira | 1995 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Zafira | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
