1999 Opel Meriva vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 573 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
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, 1999 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Meriva | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Meriva | Corsa |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |