1999 Opel Meriva vs. 1965 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 400 kg more than 1965 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Toyota Corona 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 1965 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Meriva | 1965 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Meriva | Corona |
Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 22.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |