2003 Opel Meriva vs. 1991 Renault 21
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 475 kg more than 1991 Renault 21.
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 @ 1800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 1991 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Meriva | 21 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
