1999 Opel Meriva vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,775 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (444 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 480 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Because 1986 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (229 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Meriva | 205 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 110 L |
