1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 29 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1420 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.
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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari. 2012 Honda Pilot 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. 2012 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Mehari | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Mehari | Pilot |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2774 mm |