2008 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 10 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (185 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 1998 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Meriva |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |