1988 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 365 kg more than 1988 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
