1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1981 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1981 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1981 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Blazer | Mehari |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |