1987 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 265 kg more than 1987 Honda Accord.
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, 1998 Opel Meriva (185 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Accord. (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Accord | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Meriva |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |