1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2002 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2002 Opel Meriva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Meriva (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 345 kg more than 1984 Citroen C 15. 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, 2002 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen C 15 | 2002 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C 15 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 52 L |
