1998 Opel Meriva vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 625 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. 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 (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Meriva | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Publica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
