1984 Citroen Mehari vs. 1986 Dodge 600
To start off, 1986 Dodge 600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Dodge 600 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge 600 weights approximately 610 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, 1986 Dodge 600 (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Mehari | 1986 Dodge 600 | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Mehari | 600 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |