2005 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 128 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
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, 1998 Opel Meriva (185 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (179 Nm). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
