1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
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, 1986 Ford Escort (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Mehari | 1986 Ford Escort | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Mehari | Escort |
Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 1392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |