1974 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Opel Meriva is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 665 kg more than 2007 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1974 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Riviera | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Riviera | Meriva |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 53 L |