1999 Opel Meriva vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 313 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 1974 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 1974 Porsche 911. 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Meriva | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Meriva | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |