1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 470 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1990 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Fiesta | Meriva |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 53 L |