1986 Citroen Mehari vs. 1997 Kia Retona
To start off, 1997 Kia Retona is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1986 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Retona 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, 1997 Kia Retona (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Mehari | 1997 Kia Retona | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Mehari | Retona |
Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |