1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (185 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Dakota | Meriva |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |