1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 18 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1808 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.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (495 Nm) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Mehari | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Mehari | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 2363 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3370 mm |
