2008 Opel Meriva vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Opel Meriva. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Meriva weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna.
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 Renault Laguna (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Meriva | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Meriva | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 66 L |
