1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 2007 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 19 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu I-290 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Mehari | 2007 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | Mehari | I-290 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3200 mm |
