1979 Citroen Mehari vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1659 kg more than 1979 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (398 Nm) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen Mehari | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Mehari | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 4000 mm |
