2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 333 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440.
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, 1989 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Meriva | 440 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
