1982 Citroen Mehari vs. 1992 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Laser is newer by 10 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Laser (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 592 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.
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, 1992 Plymouth Laser (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen Mehari | 1992 Plymouth Laser | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | Mehari | Laser |
Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |