1980 Citroen Mehari vs. 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 1980 Citroen Mehari is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (109 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1980 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen Mehari | 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | Mehari | Grand Wagoneer |
Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 4235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |