1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 1997 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 14 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
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, 1997 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari. 1997 Oldsmobile SS has automatic transmission and 1983 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1983 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Oldsmobile SS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Mehari | 1997 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mehari | SS |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
