1998 Opel Meriva vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 170 kg more than 1988 Renault 25.
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, 1998 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (164 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Meriva | 1988 Renault 25 | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Meriva | 25 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |