1977 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 850 kg more than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Because 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (229 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Suburban | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2340 mm |
