1985 Citroen Mehari vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 25 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V50 weights approximately 944 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, 2010 Volvo V50 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari. 2010 Volvo V50 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. 2010 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Citroen Mehari | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Mehari | V50 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2639 mm |