1982 Citroen Mehari vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1993 Opel Corsa is newer by 11 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Corsa (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Corsa weights approximately 322 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, 1993 Opel Corsa (90 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Mehari | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Mehari | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
