2003 Opel Meriva vs. 1986 Rover 825i
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rover 825i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rover 825i would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Rover 825i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rover 825i (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825i should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 37 kg more than 1986 Rover 825i.
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, 2003 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Rover 825i. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Rover 825i.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 1986 Rover 825i | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Meriva | 825i |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 208 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 | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
