1969 Nissan President vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan President weights approximately 207 kg more than 2008 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Nissan President 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 Nissan President. 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, 2008 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan President | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | President | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
