1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1995 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Citroen Mehari | 2012 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mehari | G |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 2550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4686 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |