1993 Nissan Laurel vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Laurel (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Nissan Laurel 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 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1993 Nissan Laurel (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Laurel | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Laurel | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
