1982 Holden Camira vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Holden Camira (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 353 kg more than 1982 Holden Camira.
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, 1999 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Camira | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Camira | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
