2003 Opel Meriva vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 390 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1987 Toyota Corolla 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 1987 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2003 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
