1985 Citroen Mehari vs. 1991 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1991 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 6 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Vauxhall Astra (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 275 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, 1991 Vauxhall Astra (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Mehari | 1991 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | Mehari | Astra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
