1979 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (261 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 93 kg more than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco.
Because 1979 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (275 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1979 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lamborghini Urraco | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Urraco | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
