2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1966 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 448 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Toyota Corona 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 1966 Toyota Corona. 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 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 1966 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Meriva | Corona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 22.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |