1958 Nissan 211 vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Meriva (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 455 kg more than 1958 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | 211 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2740 mm |
