2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 9 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 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2007 Hyundai Accent (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Accent | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Accent | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
