1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 1982 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1987 Citroen Mehari is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 602 cc (2 cylinders), 1987 Citroen Mehari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen Mehari (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen Mehari should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen Mehari weights approximately 20 kg more than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Suzuki Cervo 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 1982 Suzuki Cervo. 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, 1982 Suzuki Cervo (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Suzuki Cervo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Mehari | 1982 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Mehari | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
