1969 Buick GS vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Buick GS 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 1969 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | GS | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
