1979 Citroen Mehari vs. 2010 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2010 Renault Trafic 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Mehari.
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, 2010 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Mehari | 2010 Renault Trafic | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Mehari | Trafic |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3100 mm |