1982 Citroen Mehari vs. 2003 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 21 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Vibe (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 667 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.
Because 2003 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Vibe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Pontiac Vibe (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen Mehari | 2003 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | Mehari | Vibe |
Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |