2001 Mazda Laputa vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2001 Mazda Laputa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 606 kg more than 2001 Mazda Laputa. 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 (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Laputa | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Laputa | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 44 L |
