2004 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1987 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 3,423 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1987 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
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2004 Chevrolet Equinox | 1987 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Equinox | Mehari |
Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3423 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |