1985 Citroen Mehari vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 20 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 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Kangoo (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 455 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Renault Kangoo (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Mehari | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Mehari | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
