2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 596 kg more than 1962 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Renault Floride 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 1962 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 1962 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Meriva | Floride |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 38 L |
