1988 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Beretta (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 63 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta.
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 (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Beretta | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Beretta | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
