1998 Opel Meriva vs. 1995 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 Toyota Venture. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Meriva | 1995 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Meriva | Venture |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |