2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (144 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 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 313 kg more than 1995 Rover 200.
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 (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 1995 Rover 200 | |
Make | Opel | Rover |
Model | Meriva | 200 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |