1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chrysler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chrysler Conquest would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 113 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Conquest | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Conquest | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1438 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 |
