1987 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2004 Opel Meriva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 671 kg more than 1987 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, 2004 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Visa | 2004 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Visa | Meriva |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
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 | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |