1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 22 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1075 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander (328 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Mehari | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Mehari | Highlander |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 328 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |