1979 Citroen Mehari vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 28 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 1295 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.
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 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Mehari. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Mehari | 2007 Renault Espace | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Mehari | Espace |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |