1979 Citroen Mehari vs. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1979 Citroen Mehari. 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, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Mehari | 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Mehari | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3040 mm |