1987 Honda Prelude vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 250 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude.
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, 1999 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Prelude | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 53 L |
