2008 Opel Meriva vs. 1963 Renault Floride
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Meriva weights approximately 615 kg more than 1963 Renault Floride.
Because 1963 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 1963 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Opel Meriva (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Meriva | 1963 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Meriva | Floride |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |
