2008 Opel Zafira vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Opel Zafira. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Zafira.
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 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Zafira | 1996 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Zafira | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
