2003 Opel Meriva vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,847 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 55 kg more than 1988 Renault 25.
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, 1988 Renault 25 (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Meriva | 25 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 73 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |
