1984 Citroen Mehari vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Citroen Mehari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 5 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Renault 5 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1984 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, 1983 Renault 5 (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Mehari | 1983 Renault 5 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Mehari | 5 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |