1996 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Meriva weights approximately 330 kg more than 1996 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1996 Italdesign Nazca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Italdesign Nazca | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Italdesign | Opel |
Model | Nazca | Meriva |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 470 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |