1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 2010 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2010 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 22 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pontiac Vibe (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
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, 2010 Pontiac Vibe (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Mehari | 2010 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | Mehari | Vibe |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |