1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 1 kg more than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Because 1969 Holden Belmont 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 1969 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Belmont | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
