1999 Opel Meriva vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 373 kg more than 2011 Ford Bantam.
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 (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Meriva | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 54 L |
