1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 1990 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1990 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 7 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 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 1195 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.
Because 1990 Infiniti Q45 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 1990 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1990 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari. 1990 Infiniti Q45 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. 1990 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Mehari | 1990 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | Mehari | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2890 mm |
