2003 Opel Meriva vs. 1967 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,597 cc, 1967 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Meriva (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 5 kg more than 1967 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 1967 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Crown |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2597 cc |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
