1980 Citroen Mehari vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Because 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet 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 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen Mehari | 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mehari | F300 Life Jet |
Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3020 mm |