1980 Citroen Mehari vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 24 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1315 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen Mehari | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Mehari | Sorento |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 294 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |