1979 Buick Century vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Because 1979 Buick Century 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 1979 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (229 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Century | Meriva |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |