1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 1983 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1987 Citroen Mehari is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Mustang (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Mustang weights approximately 630 kg more than 1987 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Ford Mustang 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 1983 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1983 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Mehari | 1983 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Mehari | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
