1987 Citroen BX vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 463 kg more than 1987 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | BX | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 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 | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |
