1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1988 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (922 Nm) has 883 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Mehari | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Mehari | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 922 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
