1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 283 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Opel Meriva (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | RX 4 Coupe | Meriva |
Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |