2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1980 Renault 12
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 456 kg more than 1980 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 1980 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Meriva | 12 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 56 L |
