1984 Citroen Mehari vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD is newer by 29 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 1,798 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion xD (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion xD weights approximately 653 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 2013 Scion xD 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, 2013 Scion xD 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, 2013 Scion xD (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Scion xD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Mehari. 2013 Scion xD 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. 2013 Scion xD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Mehari | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Citroen | Scion |
| Model | Mehari | xD |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
