1995 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica (119 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 153 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica.
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, 2000 Opel Meriva (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Corsica | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corsica | Meriva |
Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 1240 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 44 L |