1986 Citroen Mehari vs. 1994 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 850 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, 1994 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Mehari | 1994 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | Mehari | Voyager |
Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |