1985 Citroen Mehari vs. 1992 Daihatsu Opti
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Opti is newer by 7 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 659 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Daihatsu Opti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Opti (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Opti should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Opti weights approximately 235 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, 1992 Daihatsu Opti (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Opti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari. 1992 Daihatsu Opti 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. 1992 Daihatsu Opti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Mehari | 1992 Daihatsu Opti | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Mehari | Opti |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
