1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (121 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 206 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 1999 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Cavalier | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
