1976 Toyota Corona vs. 2012 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2012 Opel Meriva is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Meriva (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corona.
Because 1976 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Opel Meriva (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Corona | 2012 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Corona | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
