1982 Citroen Mehari vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 532 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 Volkswagen Corrado (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen Mehari | 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Mehari | Corrado |
Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |