2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 33 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda HR-V | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | HR-V | Meriva |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |