1992 Nissan Pintara 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 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Pintara would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 226 kg more than 1992 Nissan Pintara. 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, 1998 Opel Meriva (185 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan Pintara | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Pintara | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
