1994 Morgan 4 vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Morgan 4 would be higher. Both 1994 Morgan 4 and 2000 Opel Meriva are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1994 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 468 kg more than 1994 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Morgan 4 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 1994 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (229 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Morgan 4 | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Morgan | Opel |
| Model | 4 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
