1998 Honda CRX vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda CRX (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 337 kg more than 1998 Honda CRX.
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, 1999 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CRX. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda CRX | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | CRX | Meriva |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |