1985 Citroen Mehari vs. 1999 Renault Scenic
To start off, 1999 Renault Scenic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Scenic (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Scenic weights approximately 930 kg more than 1985 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Renault Scenic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Scenic 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, 1999 Renault Scenic (260 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Mehari | 1999 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Mehari | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
