1981 Citroen Mehari vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 32 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1984 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.
Because 2013 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen Mehari | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Citroen | GMC |
Model | Mehari | Yukon |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 2539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1954 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2946 mm |