1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 24 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 675 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, 2011 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Mehari | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Mehari | Corsa |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |