1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Daytona (172 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 210 kg more than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
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, 1987 Dodge Daytona (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Daytona | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |
