1985 Citroen Mehari vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 19 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 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1710 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Mehari | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Mehari | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 2265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 2620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 4020 mm |
