1999 Opel Meriva vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 353 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Meriva | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Meriva | Corolla |
Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |