2002 Opel Meriva vs. 1997 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2002 Opel Meriva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Meriva (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 560 kg more than 1997 Subaru Vivio. 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, 2002 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Meriva | 1997 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Meriva | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2320 mm |
