1998 Opel Meriva vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 Opel Meriva.
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 (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (203 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Meriva | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
