1982 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 840 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Mitsubishi Minica 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 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (170 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Minica | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Minica | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2610 mm |
