1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 2010 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 807 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 807 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 807 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 Peugeot 807 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Mehari | 2010 Peugeot 807 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Mehari | 807 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |