2006 Opel Meriva vs. 1965 Renault Floride
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 578 kg more than 1965 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Renault Floride 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 1965 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Floride. (88 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Meriva | 1965 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Meriva | Floride |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
