1980 Citroen Mehari vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 25 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 146 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1175 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Canyon (251 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen Mehari | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Mehari | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
