1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2000 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Jaguar 240 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 1967 Jaguar 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (203 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar 240 | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | 240 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2482 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |
