1990 Toyota Sera vs. 2003 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Meriva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Sera (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 414 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera.
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 Vauxhall Meriva (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Toyota Sera | 2003 Vauxhall Meriva | |
Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
Model | Sera | Meriva |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2640 mm |