1980 Citroen Mehari vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 29 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sedona weights approximately 960 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari. 2009 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 1980 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1980 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen Mehari | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Mehari | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |
