2004 Opel Meriva vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 2004 Opel Meriva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 368 kg more than 1998 Rover 200.
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, 2004 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Meriva | 1998 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Meriva | 200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
