1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 36 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jaguar 240 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar 240 | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | 240 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |
