1998 Opel Meriva vs. 2000 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2000 Proton Saloon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 473 kg more than 2000 Proton Saloon. 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 @ 2300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Meriva | 2000 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Meriva | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1685 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2390 mm |
