2004 Opel Meriva vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2004 Opel Meriva is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 96 kg more than 1984 Renault 25.
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, 1984 Renault 25 (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Meriva | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Meriva | 25 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
