1999 Opel Meriva vs. 1977 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 911 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 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 278 kg more than 1977 Porsche 911.
Because 1977 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 1977 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, 1977 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1977 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 | 1977 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Meriva | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 79 L |