1979 Citroen Mehari vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 31 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 3,953 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (257 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Mehari.
Because 2010 Nissan Frontier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Mehari | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Mehari | Frontier |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |