1977 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 795 kg more than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Toronado | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 53 L |
