1970 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 10 kg more than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco.
Because 1970 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (223 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. (211 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Lamborghini Urraco | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
Model | Urraco | Meriva |
Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2462 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |