1986 Audi Coupe vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi Coupe (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 413 kg more than 1986 Audi Coupe.
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, 2003 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi Coupe | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | Coupe | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
