1983 Citroen Mehari vs. 1992 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1992 Ford Aerostar is newer by 9 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 855 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 1992 Ford Aerostar 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 1992 Ford Aerostar. 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, 1992 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Mehari | 1992 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Mehari | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |
