2003 Opel Meriva vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 168 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
