1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 1986 Holden Astra
To start off, 1987 Citroen Mehari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Astra would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Astra (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Astra weights approximately 340 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.
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, 1986 Holden Astra (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari. 1986 Holden Astra has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Holden Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Mehari | 1986 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | Mehari | Astra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |
