2003 Opel Meriva vs. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 435 kg more than 2003 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 1992 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
