1998 Ford Libre vs. 2002 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2002 Opel Meriva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Libre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Libre would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Ford Libre. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Libre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 Ford Libre. 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, 2002 Opel Meriva (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Libre. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Libre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Libre | 2002 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Libre | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1393 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
