1972 Honda Life vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Meriva (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 860 kg more than 1972 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Opel Meriva (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Life | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Life | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |
