1998 Mazda Laputa 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 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 630 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (223 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Laputa | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Laputa | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 53 L |
