1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1982 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 1982 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Camaro | Mehari |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
