1982 Citroen Mehari vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 26 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 2023 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 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 2008 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari. 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2008 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen Mehari | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Mehari | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2790 mm |