1989 Dodge Daytona vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Daytona (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 19 kg more than 1989 Dodge Daytona.
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, 1989 Dodge Daytona (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Daytona | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Daytona | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
