1981 Oldsmobile Omega vs. 2010 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2010 Opel Meriva is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Opel Meriva. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Meriva weights approximately 100 kg more than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega.
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, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Meriva. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Oldsmobile Omega | 2010 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Omega | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
