1985 Citroen Mehari vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 25 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 843 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 2010 Jeep Commander is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Jeep Commander. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari. 2010 Jeep Commander 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. 2010 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Mehari | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Mehari | Commander |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2790 mm |
