1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 1987 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 4 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 970 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 weights approximately 321 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.
Because 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 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, 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Mehari | 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | Mehari | SJ 410 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |