2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 80 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930.
Because 1978 Porsche 930 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 1978 Porsche 930. 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, 1978 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (170 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Meriva | 930 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |