1978 Citroen CX vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Citroen CX (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 125 kg more than 1978 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (229 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | CX | Meriva |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |