1999 Opel Meriva vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 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 228 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911.
Because 1987 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 1987 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, 1987 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 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 | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Meriva | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 74.4 mm |
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 | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |