2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1986 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 19 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 2053 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Mehari. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1986 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Silverado | Mehari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2410 mm |
