2006 Audi A8 vs. 1988 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 18 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 4,179 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 720 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 2006 Audi A8 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, 2006 Audi A8 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, 2006 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari. 2006 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 1988 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A8 | Mehari |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4179 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |
