1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 2000 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2000 Subaru Outback is newer by 13 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Outback weights approximately 935 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 2000 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Subaru Outback (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Mehari | 2000 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Mehari | Outback |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
