1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 2007 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 24 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Because 2007 Pontiac Solstice 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 2007 Pontiac Solstice. 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, 2007 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Mehari | 2007 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | Mehari | Solstice |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 2398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |