1980 Citroen Mehari vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1219 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 Nissan Xterra (334 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen Mehari | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Mehari | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
