1999 Honda HR-V vs. 2012 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2012 Opel Meriva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Meriva.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V 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, 2012 Opel Meriva (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda HR-V | 2012 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | HR-V | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
