1990 Ford Laser vs. 2002 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2002 Opel Meriva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Laser would be higher. Both 1990 Ford Laser and 2002 Opel Meriva are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Opel Meriva. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 205 kg more than 1990 Ford Laser.
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, 2002 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Laser | 2002 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Laser | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
