1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 22 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Focus weights approximately 635 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.
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, 2010 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Mehari | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Mehari | Focus |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2614 mm |
