1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 835 kg more than 1983 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Mehari | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Mehari | Espace |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
