2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1989 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 213 kg more than 1989 Toyota Camry. 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 (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 1989 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Meriva | Camry |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |