1984 Citroen Mehari vs. 2007 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2007 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 23 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Mehari.
Because 2007 Infiniti QX56 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Infiniti QX56. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Mehari. 2007 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Mehari | 2007 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
Model | Mehari | QX56 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 533 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3140 mm |