2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 183 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 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 (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Corona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
