2003 Opel Meriva vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 100 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 510 kg more than 1994 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Meriva | 100 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
