1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1981 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1981 Citroen Mehari is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (244 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1515 kg more than 1981 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 705 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 1981 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Eldorado | Mehari |
Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 744 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |