2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 156 kg more than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Meriva | Mark II |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |