2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 568 kg more than 1982 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Opel Meriva (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Meriva | L |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |
