1980 Citroen Mehari vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 915 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 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen Mehari | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Mehari | Forester |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |