1998 Opel Meriva vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 265 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Meriva | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Meriva | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
