1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 620 kg more than 1988 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Mehari | 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mehari | Raider |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3340 mm |