1995 Honda Today vs. 2001 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2001 Opel Meriva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Meriva (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Meriva weights approximately 665 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today 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, 2001 Opel Meriva (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Today | 2001 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Today | Meriva |
Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |