1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 1999 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1999 Toyota Avensis is newer by 11 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 640 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, 1999 Toyota Avensis (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Mehari | 1999 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Mehari | Avensis |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |