1985 Citroen Mehari vs. 2002 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 17 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 1,327 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Ignis (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 495 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 2002 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2002 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2002 Suzuki Ignis (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Mehari | 2002 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Mehari | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
