1999 Opel Meriva vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 705 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Opel | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Meriva | Minica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
