1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 23 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1370 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 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | Mehari | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 4013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2890 mm |