1991 Audi S2 vs. 1980 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1991 Audi S2 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi S2 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1980 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi S2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 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, 1991 Audi S2 (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 1980 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S2 | Mehari |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
