1968 Jensen FF vs. 2004 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2004 Opel Meriva is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 577 kg more than 2004 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, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 2004 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Jensen | Opel |
| Model | FF | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 36 L |
