1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 2007 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 20 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Jimny (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 480 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 2007 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2007 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Mehari | 2007 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | Mehari | Jimny |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |