1980 Citroen Mehari vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 30 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura TL weights approximately 1133 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.
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, 2010 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari. 2010 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1980 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1980 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen Mehari | 2010 Acura TL | |
Make | Citroen | Acura |
Model | Mehari | TL |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1688 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4966 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2776 mm |