1981 Citroen Mehari vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 26 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
Because 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 2007 Nissan 350Z. 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen Mehari | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Mehari | 350Z |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |