1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari. 2012 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Mehari | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Mehari | Venza |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |