1998 Opel Meriva vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 11 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. Both 1998 Opel Meriva and 2009 Renault Clio are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 162 kg more than 2009 Renault Clio.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Meriva | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Meriva | Clio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
