1997 Ford Puma vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 365 kg more than 1997 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Puma | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Puma | Meriva |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |