2004 Audi A4 vs. 1987 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 17 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 1005 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.
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, 2004 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1987 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | Mehari |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
