1982 Citroen Mehari vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 27 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (316 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
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1982 Citroen Mehari | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Mehari | Caravelle |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |