1986 Citroen Mehari vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 24 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 1051 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Mehari. 2010 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1986 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Mehari | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Mehari | Element |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2576 mm |
