1986 Citroen BX vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 403 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX. 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 (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | BX | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 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 | 990 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
