1982 Citroen Mehari vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 25 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1837 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 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1982 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1982 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Mehari | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Mehari | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
