1981 Citroen Mehari vs. 1991 Volvo 480
To start off, 1991 Volvo 480 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 480 (108 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volvo 480 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1981 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 Volvo 480 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen Mehari | 1991 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Mehari | 480 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 39 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |