2005 Opel Meriva vs. 1990 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 370 kg more than 1990 Toyota Carina. 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, 2005 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Meriva | 1990 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Meriva | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |