2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Fighter (660 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 586 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 147 kg more than 1998 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Bristol Fighter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Bristol Fighter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Bristol Fighter (787 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 602 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | Fighter | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 660 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 787 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
