1990 Honda Integra 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 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 370 kg more than 1990 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Integra | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Integra | Meriva |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |