1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 2010 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2010 Ford Kuga 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Kuga weights approximately 985 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 2010 Ford Kuga 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, 2010 Ford Kuga 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, 2010 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Mehari | 2010 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Mehari | Kuga |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |