1984 Citroen Mehari vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 21 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 2309 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Mehari | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Mehari | Ram |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 2864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 4080 mm |
