1982 Citroen Mehari vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1202 kg more than 1982 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen Mehari | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Mehari | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 1760 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |