2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1984 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1984 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Citroen C5 (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Mehari. 2000 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1984 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C5 | Mehari |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
