1984 Citroen Mehari vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 15 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1360 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Mehari | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
Model | Mehari | Blazer |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |