1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,477 cc, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1775 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Mehari | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Mehari | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 4477 cc |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |