1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 2010 Opel Combo
To start off, 2010 Opel Combo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Metro would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
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, 2010 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Metro | 2010 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Metro | Combo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
