1996 Ford Indigo vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Indigo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Because 1996 Ford Indigo 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 Ford Indigo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (223 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Indigo | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Indigo | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 549 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
