1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1987 Citroen Mehari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Camira weights approximately 460 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.
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, 1984 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Mehari | 1984 Holden Camira | |
Make | Citroen | Holden |
Model | Mehari | Camira |
Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |