1984 Citroen Mehari vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1984 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 2013 Cadillac ATS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Mehari. 2013 Cadillac ATS has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Citroen Mehari | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Citroen | Cadillac |
Model | Mehari | ATS |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
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 | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2776 mm |