1995 Ford Contour 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 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 103 kg more than 1995 Ford Contour.
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 (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Contour | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Contour | Meriva |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |