1979 Citroen Mehari vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 29 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1190 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen Mehari | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Mehari | Ram |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3580 mm |
