1981 Citroen Mehari vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 18 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1045 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 1999 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E (250 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1981 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1981 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Citroen Mehari | 1999 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mehari | E |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2970 mm |