1982 Citroen Mehari vs. 2011 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac STS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac STS weights approximately 1244 kg more than 1982 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Cadillac STS 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 2011 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2011 Cadillac STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari. 2011 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1982 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1982 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Citroen Mehari | 2011 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Citroen | Cadillac |
Model | Mehari | STS |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 368 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 1802 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2957 mm |