1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 21 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1055 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 2008 Jeep Patriot 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Mehari | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | Mehari | Patriot |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |