1965 Nissan Cedric vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1965 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 413 kg more than 1965 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Nissan Cedric 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 1965 Nissan Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Nissan Cedric | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cedric | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |
