1990 Morgan Plus 4 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 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 473 kg more than 1990 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1990 Morgan Plus 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Morgan Plus 4 | 2002 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Morgan | Opel |
| Model | Plus 4 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
