1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 218 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1997 De Tomaso Guara 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 1997 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
Model | Guara | Meriva |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |