1985 Ford Laser vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 601 kg more than 1985 Ford Laser.
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, 1998 Opel Meriva (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Laser | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Laser | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
