1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 1995 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1995 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 8 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Hyundai Lantra (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 505 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, 1995 Hyundai Lantra (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Mehari | 1995 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Mehari | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
