1998 Holden Nova vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Nova would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Nova (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 260 kg more than 1998 Holden Nova.
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, 2000 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Nova | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Nova | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
