1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is newer by 13 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (119 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma weights approximately 837 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, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Mehari | 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | |
Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
Model | Mehari | Tacuma |
Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 181 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 | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |