2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1993 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 1,833 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Colt (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 131 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Colt.
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, 1993 Plymouth Colt (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 1993 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Meriva | Colt |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
