1985 Citroen Mehari vs. 1989 Skoda Favorit
To start off, 1989 Skoda Favorit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Skoda Favorit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Skoda Favorit (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Skoda Favorit should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Skoda Favorit weights approximately 385 kg more than 1985 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, 1989 Skoda Favorit (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Skoda Favorit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Mehari | 1989 Skoda Favorit | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | Mehari | Favorit |
Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
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 | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |