1996 Honda NSX vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda NSX weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda NSX 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 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (229 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda NSX | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | NSX | Meriva |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |