2006 Opel Meriva vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 75 kg more than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Opel Meriva (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Meriva | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
