2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt 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 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 373 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
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 Mitsubishi Colt (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Colt | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 52 L |
