1987 Buick Regal vs. 2002 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2002 Opel Meriva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 40 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Buick Regal (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2002 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Regal | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |
