1985 Citroen Mehari vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 23 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 820 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 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Mehari | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Mehari | Forester |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |