1991 Oldsmobile Achieva vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 70 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva.
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, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 1998 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Achieva | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3133 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
