1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 1986 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 1987 Citroen Mehari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Plymouth Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Plymouth Turismo would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Plymouth Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Plymouth Turismo (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Plymouth Turismo should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Plymouth Turismo weights approximately 495 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 Plymouth Turismo (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Plymouth Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Mehari | 1986 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | Mehari | Turismo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
