1998 Opel Meriva vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 150 kg more than 1984 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Meriva | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Meriva | 25 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
