1984 Opel Rekord vs. 2001 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2001 Opel Meriva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Rekord would be higher. Both 1984 Opel Rekord and 2001 Opel Meriva are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Opel Rekord. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Meriva weights approximately 275 kg more than 1984 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Opel Rekord 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 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Rekord. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Rekord | 2001 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Rekord | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
