1985 Citroen Mehari vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1985 Citroen Mehari is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 66 (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 66 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari.
Because 1978 Volvo 66 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Volvo 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Volvo 66 (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari. 1978 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 1985 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1985 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Mehari | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Mehari | 66 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |