2003 Opel Meriva vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 444 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Meriva | 5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 51 L |
