2006 Opel Meriva vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,507 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 113 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry.
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, 2006 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (206 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Meriva | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
