1980 Citroen Mehari vs. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 535 kg more than 1980 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, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado has automatic transmission and 1980 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1980 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen Mehari | 1991 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mehari | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
