2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (101 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 138 kg more than 1962 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Opel Meriva (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Crown |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
