1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1987 Citroen Mehari is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 400 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.
Because 1971 Nissan Bluebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Mehari | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Mehari | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
