1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Opel Meriva is newer by 17 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Meriva weights approximately 296 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, 2007 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Fiesta | Meriva |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.4:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 178 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 | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 53 L |