1993 Honda Legend vs. 2001 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2001 Opel Meriva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2001 Opel Meriva. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Opel Meriva. 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, 1993 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Meriva. (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 2001 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Legend | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
