1999 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 13 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 179 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i30.
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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Meriva | i30 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |
