1999 Opel Meriva vs. 1972 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Vauxhall Victor (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 283 kg more than 1972 Vauxhall Victor.
Because 1972 Vauxhall Victor 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 1972 Vauxhall Victor. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Meriva | 1972 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
Model | Meriva | Victor |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |