1985 Citroen Mehari vs. 2007 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 607 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 2,946 cc, 2007 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 607 (208 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 1080 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, 2007 Peugeot 607 (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari. 2007 Peugeot 607 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 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Mehari | 2007 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Mehari | 607 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2946 cc |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
