1982 Austin Marina vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 511 kg more than 1982 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Austin Marina 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 1982 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Opel Meriva (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Marina | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
