1994 Nissan 100 NX vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 195 kg more than 1994 Nissan 100 NX.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan 100 NX | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | 100 NX | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
