1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 2009 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2009 Opel Vivaro is newer by 22 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 1059 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, 2009 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Mehari | 2009 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Mehari | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3100 mm |
