1998 Opel Meriva vs. 1994 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 648 kg more than 1994 Toyota Starlet. 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, 1998 Opel Meriva (185 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Meriva | 1994 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |
