1980 Citroen Mehari vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 25 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1653 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen Mehari | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Mehari | Titan |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 514 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 2208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3560 mm |