1997 Honda Prelude 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 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 70 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
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, 1997 Honda Prelude (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Prelude | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
