1986 Citroen Mehari vs. 2007 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2007 Mazda B4000 is newer by 21 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B4000 (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Mehari.
Because 2007 Mazda B4000 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, 2007 Mazda B4000 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, 2007 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Mehari | 2007 Mazda B4000 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Mehari | B4000 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 4034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3200 mm |