1989 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Meriva (118 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
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, 2003 Opel Meriva (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |
