1986 Citroen Mehari vs. 1995 Hyundai Scoupe
To start off, 1995 Hyundai Scoupe is newer by 9 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Hyundai Scoupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Hyundai Scoupe (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Hyundai Scoupe should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Hyundai Scoupe weights approximately 430 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, 1995 Hyundai Scoupe (167 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Hyundai Scoupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Mehari | 1995 Hyundai Scoupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Mehari | Scoupe |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
