1984 Citroen Mehari vs. 1998 Volvo C70
To start off, 1998 Volvo C70 is newer by 14 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo C70 (236 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo C70 weights approximately 925 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.
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, 1998 Volvo C70 (340 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Mehari | 1998 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Mehari | C70 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |