1982 Citroen Mehari vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 21 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen Mehari | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Mehari | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |