1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 133 kg more than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (126 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Corvette | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 53 L |
