1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1986 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1126 kg more than 1986 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Mehari. 1997 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1986 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Buick Riviera | 1986 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Riviera | Mehari |
Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |