2008 Opel Meriva vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Meriva weights approximately 375 kg more than 1987 Renault 21.
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, 2008 Opel Meriva (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 21. (130 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Meriva | 1987 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Meriva | 21 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
