1989 Audi 100 vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 136 kg more than 1989 Audi 100.
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, 1999 Opel Meriva (229 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 100 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
