1985 Buick Estate vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Estate weights approximately 505 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 1985 Buick Estate 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 1985 Buick Estate. 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, 1985 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva. 1985 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Estate | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Estate | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
