1981 Citroen Mehari vs. 1993 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1993 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 3,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1981 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1993 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen Mehari | 1993 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | Mehari | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |