2007 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 1182 kg more than 1998 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lincoln Mark LT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lincoln Mark LT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lincoln Mark LT (523 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lincoln Mark LT | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Lincoln | Opel |
Model | Mark LT | Meriva |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 523 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2575 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 53 L |