2001 Opel Meriva vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 2001 Opel Meriva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 440 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 31 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 440. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Meriva weights approximately 355 kg more than 1995 Volvo 440. 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, 2001 Opel Meriva (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 440. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Meriva | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Meriva | 440 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 48 L |
