1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 2002 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Move is newer by 14 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 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Daihatsu Move is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Move weights approximately 260 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, 2002 Daihatsu Move (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Mehari | 2002 Daihatsu Move | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Mehari | Move |
Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |