2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1987 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 22 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 706 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.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1987 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Cobalt | Mehari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
