1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 85 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Because 1952 Jaguar XK 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 1952 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva, 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XK | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
