2006 Opel Meriva vs. 1992 Volvo 460
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 343 kg more than 1992 Volvo 460.
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, 2006 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Meriva | 1992 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Meriva | 460 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
