1996 Chrysler Viper vs. 2010 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2010 Opel Meriva is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2010 Opel Meriva. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 360 kg more than 2010 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chrysler Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Chrysler Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Meriva. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Viper | 2010 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Viper | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
