1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 2010 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2010 Jeep Patriot is newer by 23 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Patriot (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
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 Jeep Patriot (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Mehari | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2634 mm |
