1982 Ford Granada vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Granada (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 130 kg more than 1982 Ford Granada.
Because 1982 Ford Granada 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 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Granada | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2400 mm |
