1985 Opel Ascona vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 436 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Opel Meriva (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Ascona | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Ascona | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |
