2006 Opel Meriva vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda L 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 55 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 568 kg more than 1983 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Meriva | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Meriva | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |
