1984 Citroen Mehari vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 970 kg more than 1984 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1997 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Mehari.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Citroen Mehari 1997 Volkswagen Passat
Make Citroen Volkswagen
Model Mehari Passat
Year Released 1984 1997
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 602 cc 2771 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 29 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 39 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 555 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 3530 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2710 mm


 

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