1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 2005 Lada Oka
To start off, 2005 Lada Oka is newer by 18 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 644 cc (2 cylinders), 2005 Lada Oka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada Oka (30 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada Oka should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Oka weights approximately 81 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, 2005 Lada Oka (46 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lada Oka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Mehari | 2005 Lada Oka | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | Mehari | Oka |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 644 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 636 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2190 mm |