2008 Opel Zafira vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Zafira (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 205 kg more than 1995 Toyota Carina. 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, 1995 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Zafira. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Zafira | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Zafira | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |