1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 911 weights approximately 620 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Mehari | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Mehari | 911 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1260 mm |