1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Vitara 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 435 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 1998 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1998 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1998 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Mehari | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | Mehari | Vitara |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 127 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 | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |