1974 Nissan Cedric vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,563 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 73 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Opel Meriva (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Cedric | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cedric | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
