1999 Opel Meriva vs. 1986 Renault 25
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 25 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 238 kg more than 1986 Renault 25.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 25. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 1986 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Meriva | 25 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 34 L |
