1980 Citroen Mehari vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 17 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 695 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari. 1997 Toyota Avensis 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. 1997 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen Mehari | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Mehari | Avensis |
Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |