1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 2008 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 20 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 2,178 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Because 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Mehari | 2008 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | Mehari | Freelander |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 2178 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 39 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |