1985 Citroen Mehari vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 27 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 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 961 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari. 2012 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1985 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1985 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Mehari | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | Mehari | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3002 mm |
