1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1987 Citroen Mehari is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Kadett (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Kadett weights approximately 275 kg more than 1987 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Opel Kadett (148 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Mehari | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Mehari | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
