1980 Citroen Visa vs. 2011 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2011 Opel Meriva is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Meriva (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa.
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 Opel Meriva (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen Visa | 2011 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Visa | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
