1981 Citroen Mehari vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 23 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1861 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 2004 Nissan Armada 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, 2004 Nissan Armada 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, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen Mehari | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Mehari | Armada |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5555 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 | 39 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 2416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3140 mm |
