1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1989 Volvo 460 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 460 (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 460 weights approximately 501 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 Volvo 460 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Mehari | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Mehari | 460 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |