1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 1998 Ford Royale
To start off, 1998 Ford Royale is newer by 11 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
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, 1998 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Mehari | 1998 Ford Royale | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Mehari | Royale |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |