1987 Buick Skylark vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 160 kg more than 1987 Buick Skylark.
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 Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Skylark | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Skylark | Meriva |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |