2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 507 kg more than 2000 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Meriva | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |