1994 Honda Prelude vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 145 kg more than 1994 Honda Prelude.
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, 1994 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Prelude | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Prelude | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
