1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2011 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2011 Opel Meriva is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Meriva (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva.
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, 2011 Opel Meriva (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 2011 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Festiva | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
