1984 Citroen Mehari vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 20 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (220 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1752 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.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Mehari | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Mehari | Touareg |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 310 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2890 mm |