2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1983 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 1078 kg more than 1983 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Blackhawk is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Buick Blackhawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 653 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari. 2003 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 1983 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1983 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Blackhawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Buick Blackhawk | 1983 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Blackhawk | Mehari |
Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 692 Nm | 39 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2410 mm |