1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 2010 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Avenger is newer by 27 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Avenger 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, 2010 Dodge Avenger (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari. 2010 Dodge Avenger 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. 2010 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Mehari | 2010 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Mehari | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2766 mm |
