1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 19 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 568 kg more than 1984 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, 2003 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Visa | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
