1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 580 kg more than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Because 1968 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Riviera | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
