1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 1984 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1987 Citroen Mehari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 465 kg more than 1987 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Taft 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, 1984 Daihatsu Taft (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Mehari | 1984 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Mehari | Taft |
Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |