2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1984 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Mehari.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 1984 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | HHR | Mehari |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
