1982 Citroen Mehari vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 622 kg more than 1982 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, 1983 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen Mehari | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Mehari | Celica |
Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |