1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2004 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2004 Opel Meriva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chrysler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chrysler Conquest would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 73 kg more than 1987 Chrysler Conquest.
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, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 2004 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Conquest | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
