1984 Citroen CX vs. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 134 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall 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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 2002 Vauxhall Meriva | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | CX | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
