1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 2008 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 25 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 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 725 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.
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, 2008 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari. 2008 Honda Odyssey 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. 2008 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Mehari | 2008 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Mehari | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 3469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
