1993 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2002 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2002 Opel Meriva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2002 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 393 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1993 Italdesign Nazca 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 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Meriva. (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Italdesign Nazca | 2002 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Italdesign | Opel |
| Model | Nazca | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
