1986 Citroen Mehari vs. 1983 Saab 99
To start off, 1986 Citroen Mehari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Saab 99 (85 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Saab 99 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1986 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, 1983 Saab 99 (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Mehari | 1983 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | Mehari | 99 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
