2005 Opel Meriva vs. 1968 Vauxhall Viva
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Vauxhall Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Vauxhall Viva would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Vauxhall Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Vauxhall Viva (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Vauxhall Viva should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 468 kg more than 1968 Vauxhall Viva.
Because 1968 Vauxhall Viva 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 1968 Vauxhall Viva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1968 Vauxhall Viva (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Vauxhall Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Meriva | 1968 Vauxhall Viva | |
Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
Model | Meriva | Viva |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |