1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 1989 Citroen CX
To start off, 1989 Citroen CX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 670 kg more than 1988 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, 1989 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Mehari | 1989 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Mehari | CX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
