1985 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2011 Opel Meriva is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2011 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Meriva.
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, 1985 Citroen CX (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Meriva. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2011 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | CX | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
