1979 Citroen Mehari vs. 2003 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 24 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Bora (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 640 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, 2003 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Mehari. 2003 Volkswagen Bora has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Mehari | 2003 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Mehari | Bora |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |