1992 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1987 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1992 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 985 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.
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, 1992 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari. 1992 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac DeVille | 1987 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | DeVille | Mehari |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
