1995 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 293 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
