1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (124 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Opel Meriva. 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, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Cutlass | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
