1975 Audi 80 vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 80 (110 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 481 kg more than 1975 Audi 80.
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, 2000 Opel Meriva (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 80 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 44 L |
