1985 Citroen Mehari vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1985 Citroen Mehari is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Mehari | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Mehari | 240 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |