1980 Citroen Mehari vs. 1994 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJR is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 1197 kg more than 1980 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Jaguar XJR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen Mehari | 1994 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | Mehari | XJR |
Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 512 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3050 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |