2004 Opel Meriva vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 Opel Meriva is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 595 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Meriva | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Publica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
