1968 Holden Brougham vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Brougham (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Because 1968 Holden Brougham 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 Holden Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Holden Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva. 1968 Holden Brougham has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Holden Brougham will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Brougham | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Brougham | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
