2004 Opel Meriva vs. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2004 Opel Meriva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,861 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 176 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Meriva | 1995 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Meriva | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |
