1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 30 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1875 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 2013 Nissan Titan 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, 2013 Nissan Titan 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari. 2013 Nissan Titan 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. 2013 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Mehari | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Mehari | Titan |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2019 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1946 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3550 mm |