2008 Opel Meriva vs. 1995 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Opel Meriva.
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, 1995 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Meriva | 1995 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Meriva | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
