2008 Audi A8 vs. 1980 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 28 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 1115 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.
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, 2008 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 1980 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A8 | Mehari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |
