1987 Lancia Prisma vs. 2002 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2002 Opel Meriva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 430 kg more than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
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, 2002 Opel Meriva (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lancia Prisma | 2002 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Prisma | Meriva |
Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 53 L |