2003 Opel Meriva vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
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 Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 44 kg more than 1992 Toyota Camry.
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, 2003 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Camry. (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Camry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 1336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
