2005 Opel Meriva vs. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. (97 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 397 kg more than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Because 1994 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Meriva | 1994 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Meriva | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |