1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 2008 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-7 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 1140 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 2008 Mazda CX-7 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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Mehari | 2008 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Mehari | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
