1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 1986 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1986 Ford Tempo 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Tempo weights approximately 550 kg more than 1983 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, 1986 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari. 1986 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 1983 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1983 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Mehari | 1986 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Mehari | Tempo |
Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |