1967 Opel Record vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 302 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Opel Record 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 Opel Record. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1967 Opel Record (223 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (185 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Record | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Record | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
