1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 935 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 2002 Mazda 6 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, 2002 Mazda 6 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari. 2002 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Mehari | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Mehari | 6 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |