1985 Mazda 323 vs. 2004 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2004 Opel Meriva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 323 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 453 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323.
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, 2004 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 323 | 2004 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 323 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
