1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2001 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2001 Opel Meriva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Meriva (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Meriva weights approximately 185 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Buick Skylark (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Meriva. (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Meriva. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 2001 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Skylark | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 53 L |
