1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 2001 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2001 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 18 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Cherokee (121 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 875 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 2001 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2001 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2001 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari. 2001 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1983 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1983 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Mehari | 2001 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | Mehari | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 2464 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |