1990 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. Both 1990 Nissan Bluebird and 2003 Opel Meriva are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Meriva (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 370 kg more than 1990 Nissan Bluebird. 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, 2003 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Bluebird | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Bluebird | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| 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 | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |
