1998 Opel Meriva vs. 1977 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Because 1977 Porsche 911 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 1977 Porsche 911. 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, 1977 Porsche 911 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Meriva | 1977 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Meriva | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
