1998 Opel Meriva vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 708 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Meriva | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Opel | Mitsubishi |
Model | Meriva | Minica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |