1985 Citroen Mehari vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 22 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 1985 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1985 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Mehari | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mehari | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
