2001 Opel Meriva vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Opel Meriva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Meriva (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Meriva weights approximately 245 kg more than 1995 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Opel Meriva (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Meriva | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Meriva | Carina |
Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |