1999 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 1 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Terios (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 305 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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 (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (105 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Terios | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Terios | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
