1998 Opel Meriva vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 528 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Opel Meriva (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Meriva | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1685 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2340 mm |
