2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1988 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 12 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1737 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.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1988 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Tahoe | Mehari |
Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2292 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |