2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 433 kg more than 1989 Renault 21. 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 (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Meriva | 21 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 176 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 | 1393 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 55 L |
