1979 Citroen Mehari vs. 1998 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1998 SsangYong Korando is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1979 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Korando 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, 1998 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Mehari. 1998 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Mehari | 1998 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | Mehari | Korando |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |