2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1998 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Proton Saloon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 443 kg more than 1998 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton Saloon. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 1998 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Meriva | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
