1985 Citroen Mehari vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 840 kg more than 1985 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, 1990 Honda Legend (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Mehari | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Mehari | Legend |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
