1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 25 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (127 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 1099 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 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Mehari | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | Mehari | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |