1998 Opel Meriva vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 180 kg more than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Because 1967 Opel Commodore 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 1967 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Meriva | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Meriva | Commodore |
Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |