1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 2011 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2011 Holden 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Holden Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Holden Captiva weights approximately 1300 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 2011 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Holden Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari. 2011 Holden 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 Holden Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Mehari | 2011 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | Mehari | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
