1966 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 196 kg more than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Because 1966 Ford Mustang 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 1966 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Opel Meriva (165 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Mustang | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6385 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
