1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 1990 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1990 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 7 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Suzuki Samurai (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 375 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.
Because 1990 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1990 Suzuki Samurai (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Mehari | 1990 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | Mehari | Samurai |
Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |