1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 2003 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2003 Toyota Soarer 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 1175 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, 2003 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari. 2003 Toyota Soarer 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. 2003 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Mehari | 2003 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Mehari | Soarer |
Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |