1999 Opel Meriva vs. 1990 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Kadett 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 (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Kadett.
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 (223 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 1990 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Meriva | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
