1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 255 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1999 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Guara | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |
