1999 Opel Meriva vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 613 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Meriva (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Meriva | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |
