1984 Citroen Mehari vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster is newer by 26 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Duster weights approximately 645 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, 2010 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Mehari | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Mehari | Duster |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2673 mm |
