1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 2006 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 19 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 987 cc, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 185 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, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Mehari | 2006 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Mehari | Charade |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 987 cc |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
