1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 2004 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 21 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Nubira (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Nubira 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, 2004 Daewoo Nubira (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Mehari | 2004 Daewoo Nubira | |
Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
Model | Mehari | Nubira |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |