1986 Citroen Mehari vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 22 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Mehari.
Because 2008 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 2008 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Mehari | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Mehari | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3240 mm |