2007 Opel Meriva vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2007 Opel Meriva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Meriva weights approximately 40 kg more than 1994 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Meriva | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Meriva | Venture |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
