1998 Dodge Stealth vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2008 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Stealth | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Stealth | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
