1975 Lancia Stratos 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 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 413 kg more than 1975 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1975 Lancia Stratos 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 1975 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1975 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Stratos | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Stratos | Meriva |
Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |