1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 15 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Mehari | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Mehari | Maverick |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |