1986 Citroen Mehari vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1986 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara 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, 2007 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Mehari. 2007 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1986 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Mehari | 2007 Opel Antara | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Mehari | Antara |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |