1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 28 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Citroen Mehari | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
Model | Mehari | Captiva |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |