2004 Opel Meriva vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Opel Meriva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 45 kg more than 1983 Toyota Crown.
Because 1983 Toyota Crown 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 1983 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Meriva | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Crown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
