1992 BMW 320 vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 13 kg more than 1992 BMW 320.
Because 1992 BMW 320 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 1992 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1992 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 320 | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 320 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
