2009 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 11 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 108 kg more than 2009 Daewoo Nubira.
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, 1998 Opel Meriva (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Nubira | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Daewoo | Opel |
| Model | Nubira | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
