1999 Opel Meriva vs. 1981 Porsche 944
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 93 kg more than 1981 Porsche 944.
Because 1981 Porsche 944 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 1981 Porsche 944. 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 (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Meriva | 1981 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Meriva | 944 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |