2001 AC Aceca vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2001 AC Aceca is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 117 kg more than 1999 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Aceca | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Aceca | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
