1993 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 582 kg more than 2003 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood 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 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Fleetwood | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2620 mm |
