1982 Citroen Mehari vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 29 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 939 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Mehari | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mehari | CC |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
