1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 214 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Because 1976 Ford Taunus 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 1976 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1976 Ford Taunus (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Taunus | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
