1983 Ford Granada vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Granada 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 (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 115 kg more than 1983 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Ford Granada. 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 (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Granada | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Granada | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
