1982 Citroen Mehari vs. 2006 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 24 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Mehari | 2006 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | Mehari | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
