1984 Citroen Mehari vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 is newer by 28 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 2,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C30 weights approximately 896 kg more than 1984 Citroen Mehari.
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, 2012 Volvo C30 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Mehari | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Mehari | C30 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2639 mm |
