1980 Citroen Mehari vs. 2007 Opel Combo
To start off, 2007 Opel Combo is newer by 27 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Combo weights approximately 635 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, 2007 Opel Combo (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen Mehari | 2007 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Mehari | Combo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
