1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 2003 Daewoo Rezzo
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 15 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Rezzo (107 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 715 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, 2003 Daewoo Rezzo (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Mehari | 2003 Daewoo Rezzo | |
Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
Model | Mehari | Rezzo |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |