1999 Lancia Delta vs. 2004 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2004 Opel Meriva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Delta (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 155 kg more than 1999 Lancia Delta.
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, 2004 Opel Meriva (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Delta | 2004 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Delta | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
