1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 1994 ZAZ Slavuta
To start off, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta is newer by 11 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 ZAZ Slavuta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 ZAZ Slavuta weights approximately 195 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, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 ZAZ Slavuta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Mehari | 1994 ZAZ Slavuta | |
| Make | Citroen | ZAZ |
| Model | Mehari | Slavuta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2330 mm |
