1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 671 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Visa | Meriva |
Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |