1988 Opel Omega vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Omega would be higher. Both 1988 Opel Omega and 2000 Opel Meriva are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 150 kg more than 1988 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (229 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Omega. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Omega | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Omega | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2340 mm |
