1985 Citroen Mehari vs. 2009 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 24 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Journey (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 1407 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 2009 Dodge Journey 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, 2009 Dodge Journey 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, 2009 Dodge Journey (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari. 2009 Dodge Journey 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. 2009 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Citroen Mehari | 2009 Dodge Journey | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Mehari | Journey |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |