1997 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1979 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 681 kg more than 1979 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Tracker | 1979 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Tracker | Mehari |
Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |