1986 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Opel Meriva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Meriva (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Meriva weights approximately 360 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Opel Meriva (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2009 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 53 L |
