2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. Both 2000 Opel Meriva and 1993 Rover 200 are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 316 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 1993 Rover 200 | |
Make | Opel | Rover |
Model | Meriva | 200 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |