1998 Opel Meriva vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 15 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 161 kg more than 1998 Opel Meriva. 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Meriva | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Meriva | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2776 mm |
