1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 1990 Dodge Colt
To start off, 1990 Dodge Colt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Colt (96 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Colt weights approximately 640 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, 1990 Dodge Colt (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Mehari | 1990 Dodge Colt | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Mehari | Colt |
Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |