2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 378 kg more than 1992 Renault 19.
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, 2000 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Meriva | 19 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
