1953 Humber Pullman 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 Humber Pullman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Humber Pullman would be higher. At 4,138 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Humber Pullman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Humber Pullman (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Humber Pullman should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 765 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 Humber Pullman 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 Humber Pullman. 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 Humber Pullman (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Humber Pullman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Pullman | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Humber | Opel |
| Model | Pullman | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2640 mm |
