1985 Citroen Mehari vs. 2003 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2003 Nissan Murano is newer by 18 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1245 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 2003 Nissan Murano 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, 2003 Nissan Murano 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, 2003 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Mehari | 2003 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Mehari | Murano |
Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |