1979 Citroen Mehari vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 33 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Mehari.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Mehari. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Mehari | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mehari | R |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3216 mm |