1983 Nissan Patrol vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 683 kg more than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Because 1983 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Patrol | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Patrol | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2710 mm |
