1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 2005 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2005 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 17 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 745 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 2005 Jensen SV-8 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 Jensen SV-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Mehari | 2005 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Citroen | Jensen |
Model | Mehari | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |