1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun 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 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun weights approximately 985 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 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari. 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun 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. 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Mehari | 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mehari | Shogun |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2790 mm |