2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1976 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1976 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 573 kg more than 1976 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Opel Kadett 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 1976 Opel Kadett. 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 (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 1976 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Meriva | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 43 L |
