1985 Citroen Mehari vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 28 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1059 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Mehari | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Mehari | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3246 mm |