1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 21 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 210 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1365 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, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Mehari | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Mehari | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |
