1970 Jensen FF vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jensen FF (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen FF weights approximately 595 kg more than 1998 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, 1970 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jensen FF | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Jensen | Opel |
| Model | FF | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
