2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1993 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 106 (100 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (99 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 540 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 106.
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 (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 106. (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 1993 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Meriva | 106 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
