1980 Citroen Mehari vs. 2000 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 20 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Terios (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 490 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 2000 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2000 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2000 Daihatsu Terios (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen Mehari | 2000 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Mehari | Terios |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
