1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1985 Opel Kadett is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Kadett (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Kadett weights approximately 359 kg more than 1983 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, 1985 Opel Kadett (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Mehari | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Mehari | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
