1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 2003 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 20 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 980 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 2003 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 673 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Mehari | 2003 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Mehari | Viper |
Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 8277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |