1988 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 145 kg more than 1988 Citroen CX.
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 (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen CX | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | CX | Meriva |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 81.5 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 | 1248 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |