1998 Opel Meriva vs. 2011 Buick Regal
To start off, 2011 Buick Regal is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Regal weights approximately 285 kg more than 1998 Opel Meriva. 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, 2011 Buick Regal (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva. 2011 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 1998 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Meriva | 2011 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Opel | Buick |
| Model | Meriva | Regal |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2738 mm |
