1996 Rover 200 vs. 2012 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2012 Opel Meriva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Meriva (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200.
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, 2012 Opel Meriva (175 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 2012 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Rover | Opel |
| Model | 200 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
