1986 Citroen Mehari vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 19 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1478 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Mehari | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Mehari | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 395 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 2033 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |