1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Renault Laguna (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari. 2006 Renault Laguna 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. 2006 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Mehari | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Mehari | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
