1979 Citroen Mehari vs. 2004 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Jeep Cherokee 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 2,427 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Cherokee (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1262 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 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Mehari | 2004 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | Mehari | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 2427 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1817 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |