1987 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 21 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Opel Meriva.
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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Regal | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |
