1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 2002 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2002 Opel Meriva is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 300 kg more than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle will offer significantly more control. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Shuttle | 2002 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Shuttle | Meriva |
Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |