1984 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Mustang (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 25 kg more than 1984 Ford Mustang.
Because 1984 Ford Mustang 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 1984 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1984 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Mustang | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Meriva |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |