2003 Opel Meriva vs. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Meriva (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 410 kg more than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Because 1993 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, 1993 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, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Meriva | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
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 | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2290 mm |