1988 Honda Concerto vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Concerto (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (118 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 390 kg more than 1988 Honda Concerto.
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, 2003 Opel Meriva (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Concerto. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Concerto | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Concerto | Meriva |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |