2004 Opel Meriva vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2004 Opel Meriva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 431 kg more than 2004 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Meriva. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Meriva | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Meriva | Voyager |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |