1953 Daimler Conquest vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Daimler Conquest (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Daimler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 47 kg more than 1998 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Daimler Conquest 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 1953 Daimler Conquest. 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, 1953 Daimler Conquest (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1953 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Daimler Conquest | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Daimler | Opel |
Model | Conquest | Meriva |
Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 18.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |