1986 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1981 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1545 kg more than 1981 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1981 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | Lagonda | Mehari |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
