1975 Citroen CX vs. 2002 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2002 Opel Meriva is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 3 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX.
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, 2002 Opel Meriva (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2002 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2700 mm |
